This is a very important issue, thank for addressing it. Interestingly, @sigmajin wrote a piece today about censorship as well--and the level of censorship he is seeing is sinister. This big deal that's not a big deal is worth talking about! Users who want to censor others and stop the flow of ideas cannot be tolerated in a fair, reasonable, and just community. Given the "sensitive" nature of challenging Big Pharma and other government entitites, it is even more important to present alternatives in a logic, level-headed arena. Censorship is control, and Steemit presents itself as a platform that is unable to be controlled. That anyone would use their power to silence another must be addressed. Upholding freedom and responsibility is of utmost importance.
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This small issue of users wielding the downvote and threats to report to "authorities" are indeed more meaningful issues than they appear on the surface. The principle of the thing is the motivation behind the flag, and that is a big deal. It is an attempt to censor another user. We hope the Steemit community will learn and evolve. We are grateful for opening this issue up for discussion!
"That anyone would use their power to silence another must be addressed." Bingo!!!!!
People don't like simple solutions that put out evolution, upgrades and expose the medical industry for slave makers that they are.
That's true, yet not liking something is not valid reason for censorship. We call for VALUES, and want to be part of a community where honor and accountability are upheld. We ask for a consideration of community etiquette and the intention behind a downvote. Further, we'd like to live in a society where users are evolved beyond quick emotional reaction and judgment. A thoughtful response is preferred over irrational reaction any day.